December weather forecast
Busan, South Korea

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The Haedong Yonggungsa Temple set on a beautiful hillside in Busan, South Korea
The Haedong Yonggungsa Temple set on a beautiful hillside in Busan, South Korea

Weather in December

December in Busan marks the year's end with a definite return to winter, featuring temperatures as low as 3.7°C (38.7°F). This month receives the lowest amount of rainfall, recorded at 12mm (0.47"), signalling the onset of cold, dry conditions. Despite the general chills, the sea temperatures are not too cold, averaging 16.7°C (62.1°F). The city enjoys a fair share of sunlit days, with sunlight hours totalling 9.8. Considering December's wind speed of 19.3km/h (12mph), scarves might be everyone's favourite accessory in Busan during this time.

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a refreshing 14.5°C (58.1°F) to a frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F). Busan encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the December nights, with a low-temperature average of 3.7°C (38.7°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Busan is 62%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through October and December are months without snowfall in Busan.

Sea temperature

In Busan, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 16.7°C (62.1°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:11. On the last day of December, in Busan, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:21 KST.

Sunshine

In Busan, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Busan, South Korea, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Busan in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Busan, South Korea, during December are 8.3°C (46.9°F) and 3.7°C (38.7°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Busan?

In December, the average relative humidity in Busan is 62%.

What is the driest month in Busan?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Busan, South Korea. Rain falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Busan in December?

In Busan, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Busan?

January through October and December are months without snowfall in Busan.

Does it snow in Busan in December?

In December, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the sea temperature in December in Busan?

In Busan, South Korea, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.7°C (62.1°F). Swimming in 16.7°C (62.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Busan?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Busan?

In Busan, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Busan?

On the first day of December in Busan, South Korea, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:21 KST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Busan?

In Busan, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Busan?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Busan.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Busan?

In Busan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Busan, South Korea

Average temperature in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Busan, South Korea

Average pressure in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Busan, South Korea

Average wind speed in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average wind speed in December: 19.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Busan, South Korea

Average humidity in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Busan, South Korea

Average rainfall in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Busan, South Korea

Average rainfall days in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Busan, South Korea

Average snowfall in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Busan, South Korea

Average snowfall days in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Busan, South Korea

Average sea temperature in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average sea temperature in December: 16.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.3°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Busan, South Korea

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Busan, South Korea

Average sunshine days in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Busan, South Korea

Average UV index in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Busan, South Korea

Average cloud cover in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Busan, South Korea

Average visibility in December - Busan, South Korea
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).

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